Replacing Skid Shoes

  1. CAUTION:

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    When servicing skid shoes, it will be necessary to work underneath cutter. Before servicing cutter, refer to PRACTICE SAFE SERVICE PROCEDURES at the beginning of this section.

    Avoid potentially toxic fumes and dust. Hazardous fumes can be generated when paint is heated by welding, soldering, grinding, or using a torch. Refer to REMOVE PAINT BEFORE WELDING OR HEATING in Safety section.

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    Skid Shoe—Right-Hand Side Shown

    A - Skid Shoe

    Lower cutter onto safety shop stands.



  2. NOTE: Skid shoes (A) are welded on.

    Remove existing skid shoe with a grinder.

  3. Weld on a new skid shoe.

  4. Paint all exposed areas.

  5. Raise cutter and remove safety stands.

  6. Lower cutter to the ground.

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